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Karen Olivo, James Monroe Iglehart, and More Will Take Part in Special Live Podcast Event, REBUILDING BROADWAY
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2020

In a special LIVE panel discussion, moderator Erika Alexander (Living Single, The Cosby Show, Get out, John Lewis: Good Trouble) will be guest hosting the 100th episode of The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales, exclusively on the Broadway Podcast Network.

VIDEO: Andrea Burns Guest Hosts STARS IN THE HOUSE, Featuring Janet Dacal and Karen Olivo
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2020

Stars in the House continued last night, July 11, with Andrea Burns guest hosting an episode featuring Janet Dacal and Karen Olivo.

BWW Interview: Jeff Calhoun Reflects on How His Epic Covenant House Gala Became An Emmy Contender
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 9, 2020

On May 18, Tony-nominated director/choreographer Jeff Calhoun pulled off a truly remarkable night of entertainment, turning Covenant House's annual in-person gala into a fully produced digital streaming concert. Not only did the event bring together more than fifty powerhouse stars, but it raised crucial funds to provide care and support to homeless and trafficked young people in 31 cities across six countries.

BWW Prompts: Your Favorite Hamilton Replacement and Tour Cast Members
by BWW Prompts - Jul 3, 2020

We want to hear from you! Submit your response to our daily #bwwprompts, where each day we'll be asking our readers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram questions to spark some theater conversation.

Listen to Cheyenne Jackson & Jason Landau on MAMAS TALKIN' LOUD Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2020

Cara Cooper and Jessica Rush of the podcast 'Mamas Talkin' Loud', in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, have announced that Cheyenne Jackson (Xanadu, All Shook Up) and husband Jason Landau (CEO of Slant), recently joined them as part of their month of PRIDE to share their incredible journey to becoming fathers to twins, Ethan & Willow.

Listen to Daisy Eagan on MAMAS TALKIN' LOUD Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2020

Cara Cooper and Jessica Rush of the hit podcast 'Mamas Talkin' Loud', in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, announced that Tony Award-winner Daisy Eagan (The Secret Garden), recently joined them as part of their month of PRIDE to talk her motherhood/life journey, from coming out at the age of 12 and more.

BIPOC Theatremakers Pen Letter to White American Theater Demanding Change
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2020

A group of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) theatremakers have published a letter to 'White American Theater' addressing racism in the industry and demanding change.

Broadway Catch Up: June 8 - Kelli O'Hara, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez, Karen Olivo, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2020

While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out this weekend's highlights from some of your favorites, including Kelli O'Hara, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez, Karen Olivo, and more!

Wake Up With BWW 6/8: New Randy Rainbow Parody, SUNDAY MORNING Chats With Peters, De Shields, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2020

Today's top stories: Randy Rainbow has released a hilarious new Trump parody, CBS Sunday Morning chatted with Bernadette Peters, Andre De Shields, and more!

VIDEO: Karen Olivo Vows to Not Work With All Who 'Fund Organizations That Perpetuate Inequality'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2020

Karen Olivo has posted a video on Twitter, stating that she vows to withhold her artistic services from 'any theatre, company, or persons, who would knowingly fund organizations that would perpetuate inequality.'

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, June 3- with Karen Olivo, Samira Wiley, Ann Harada and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2020

Today (June 3) in live streaming: Stars in the House celebrates Free Speech, and so much more!

VIDEO: STARS IN THE HOUSE Celebrates Free Speech with Karen Olivo, Andrea Burns, Ann Harada and More- Live at 2pm
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2020

Stars in the House continues today (2pm) with Plays In The House: Free Speech: Performing Artists and the Power of the Spoken Word with Gilbert Bailey, Gabriel Brown, Andréa Burns, Michelle Liu Coughlin, Darian Dauchan, Samy Figerado, Ann Harada, Orville Mendoza, Ines Nassara, Karen Olivo, Nova Peyton, Christopher Richardson, Awa Sal Secka, Pearl Sun, and Jason Veasey.

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Announces 2020 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2020

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center announced today the 2020 summer season which will be held entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meet the Next on Stage Top 15 Contestants - Amaris Rios
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - May 29, 2020

Get to know the Next on Stage top 15 contestants! Meet college student Amaris Rios!

VIDEO: Karen Olivo Sings 'Come to Your Senses' From TICK, TICK...BOOM! as Part of #EncoresArchives
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2020

The most recent EncoresArchives video features Karen Olivo singing 'Come to Your Senses' from Encores! production of Tick, Tick...BOOM! in 2014.

LISTEN: Patti Murin Talks Mental Health and Pregnancy on MAMAS TALKING LOUD Podcast
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2020

Patti Murin (Frozen), recently joined Cara Cooper and Jessica Rush of the hit podcast Mamas Talkin' Loud, to talk about expecting her baby girl during this strange time of self isolation, bringing Princess Anna to life and closing the show, pregnant, as well as mental health, a cause she is very open and passionate about.

Listen to Heather Headley on MAMAS TALKIN' LOUD Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2020

Cara Cooper and Jessica Rush of the hit podcast a?oeMamas Talkin' Louda??, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, have announced that the Tony Award-winning Broadway powerhouse, Heather Headley (Aida), recently joined them to talk being a Broadway mom, her new Netflix series, a?oeSweet Magnoliasa?? and more.

Check Out 10 Highlights From A NIGHT OF COVENANT HOUSE STARS - Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, Dolly Parton & More!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2020

Some of the brightest stars from Broadway and Hollywood came together last night, May 18, to celebrate Covenant House, the international charity providing housing, food and healthcare to children and youth facing homelessness in 31 cities across six countries.

VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, Dolly Parton & More Come Together for A Night of Covenant House Stars
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2020

Hollywood stars and Broadway veterans are teaming up tonight, May 18 at 8pm ET/5pm PT to celebrate Covenant House, the international charity providing housing, food and healthcare to children and youth facing homelessness in 31 cities across six countries.

Meet Our NEXT ON STAGE College Top 25!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - May 16, 2020

You voted, here they are! In no particular order, meet our top 25 in the college category.

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